Couching technique
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Couching is the process of using embroidery stitches to stitch a cord (or yarn or decorative thread) to the surface of your fabric. It's a fun way to add some nice dimension to your work and it can give you a really unique effect. Give it a try! If you want to couch using your
Nothing to do with watching TV, sofas, or potatoes. However, this is a heavy stitch.
TAST-2012-9th Week-Couching Stitches This week Sharon has announced Couching Stitches for the challenge. You can visit Sharon's Page at Pintangle for further information. I have not done much couching before. So I am very excited to get this opportunity to explore the couching stitches. here are my first set of attempts: My stitches are not perfect as I am finding it difficult sometimes to work on even weave fabric. I need more practice. Moreover after working many hours on key board, when I…
Couching borders
Use the Couching Inserts for the Adjustable ruler foot #72 along with any quilting ruler to create fun, decorative free-motion couching with rulerwork.
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My birthday week has started! I can't seem to just celebrate it on the day. It usually takes a week to fit everyone and everything in! My actual birthday is on 28th Aug. Starting from last night (Sunday night) my lovely friend Mel took me into the city for dinner at Mamasita, a Mexican restaurant. We had a lovely night and managed to get home in one piece! The next event is on Thursday when 12 of my friends and colleagues come to have lunch with me here at the campus. Then on Thursday…
Last week I started off the January stitchalong and I promised you some details of my first attempt at couching. So, without further ado, here we go! Step 1: Trace your letter onto paper, cut out, and place on your felt Step 2: Loop your yarn to form the first part of your "h" I chose a chunky weight yarn, but experiment with whatever yarn you have on hand. Every yarn has a different "drape" so try a few and see what you like! Step 3: Add a few stitches to keep your yarn in place, and trim…
